Bagno di Romagna

Bagno di Romagna, the ancient Balneum, owes its origins, name and development to its thermal waters, whose beneficial properties were already known to the Romans, who regarded them as a divine gift.

The town shares its ancient Umbrian origins and subsequent Roman history with Sarsina. During this period, it became a popular stopping place, trading centre and place of refreshment, thanks to its thermal baths and proximity to mountain passes along an important route towards Rome.

What to See in Bagno di Romagna

The Thermal Baths

The thermal baths of Bagno di Romagna remain one of the town’s most distinctive features, reflecting its long history and close connection with its natural hot springs.

Palazzo del Capitano

The Palazzo del Capitano was the seat of government and residence of the Captains, the town’s governors appointed directly by Florence. The coats of arms of the noble families to which they belonged can still be seen on the façade.

Parish Church of Santa Maria Assunta

The Parish Church of Santa Maria Assunta, dating back to around 860 AD, was the centre of religious, social and cultural life in the Upper Savio Valley for centuries.

The present sandstone building is imposing, although it has undergone significant alterations compared to its original design. Inside, it preserves important works of historical and artistic value, including the 1468 triptych by Neri di Bicci, the Madonna of Sant’Ivo, dating from around 1410 and associated with the Florentine workshop of Agnolo Gaddi, and a polychrome glazed terracotta statue by Andrea della Robbia from 1490.

Hermitage of Corzano

The Hermitage of Corzano, located at an altitude of 678 metres, is an interesting example of rural religious architecture from the second half of the 19th century.

According to tradition, in 1835 the local population prayed to Our Lady of Corzano, depicted in a 15th-century fresco inside the now-ruined castle, asking for an end to the powerful earthquakes affecting the town. In gratitude for what they believed to be her favourable intercession, the faithful built the church that stands today.

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